Every breakthrough in FSHD has been made because patients and their family members got involved. We believe a treatment is within sight; your participation will move us closer, faster.
FSH Muscular Dystrophy is different for everyone. Each person has their own unique journey with FSHD. The FSHD Society is here to educate and empower individuals to live their best lives until a cure is found.
There is great power in coming together. Around the globe, individuals with FSHD prove this every day. It is each person's unique strengths, skills, and interests that makes our community strong.
The FSHD Society is the world’s largest research-focused patient support organization. We work with people and organizations to identify the barriers slowing down the discovery of treatments and cure, then work together on solutions.
Following the highest standards financial accountability, the FSHD Society has transformed the landscape for FSHD research, and is committed to making sure that no one faces this disease alone.
Education: A Patient's Best Weapon for Change
FSHD University is your center for learning about the art and science of living with FSH muscular dystrophy. Our webinars and other resources are designed to empower individuals with FSHD to live their best lives, physically and mentally. Our departments of Physical Health, Wellness, and Research provide videos, articles, and other resources, by the world's top experts, including many people living with FSHD.
FSHD University is a place for you to gain knowledge, get connected, and find hope.
Latest Blog Posts
Aging in place – Tips for planning ahead
Notes by Helen Cave on behalf of the Wellness Hour Life brings change. Life would be boring if it didn’t encompass change. Yet the changes that FSHD brings to us are more intense than most—-if not all—-of us would voluntarily choose. Adjusting to life with FSHD is an ongoing process. In some ways it helps…
Fulcrum halts losmapimod development
Fulcrum halts losmapimod development by June Kinoshita This morning, we received news Fulcrum has decided to halt its development of losmapimod (see press release below). Fulcrum’s decision was based on analysis of data from the Phase 3 REACH trial. The…
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FSHD Radio: Straight Talk with Tim Hollenback
Facebook and YouTubeOn the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, listen for a new episode of FSHD Straight Talk with Tim Hollenback! These episodes highlight members of the FSHD Community who are living rich, full lives and diving into their experiences with FSHD. You can find new episodes on YouTube and Facebook. You can also listen...
Feeling Fit with FSHD
Zoom Virtual Meeting , United States18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT For people living with FSHD who are interested in exercise and fitness, we meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 12:00 pm (noon) U.S. Eastern Time. Come dressed...
Wellness Hour – Dental health
Zoom Virtual Meeting , United States5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Bryan Bowman DDS This month we welcome Drs. Bryan Bowman and Daniel Rexin. Dental health is important for everyone, but people with FSHD may have special challenges. Weak cheek and mouth muscles can affect bite, tooth alignment, and oral health....
We bring people together to find solutions; researchers, doctors, the drug development industry, patients and families. Your participation is the key. There are many ways you can get involved.